Pentax WG-1 GPS vs Sony HX20V

Let's look a little more in depth at the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Sony HX20V, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the WG-1 GPS (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The WG-1 GPS was brought out 11 months prior to the HX20V and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the WG-1 GPS grades against the HX20V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax WG-1 GPS Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-1 GPS comes with external measurements of 116mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.6" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Check out the Pentax WG-1 GPS and Sony HX20V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the WG-1 GPS versus the HX20V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WG-1 GPS and HX20V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-1 GPS and HX20V.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older WG-1 GPS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.